Story Consultant

& Screenwriter

Helping writers develop stronger stories, deeper characters, and more compelling narratives for film and television.

Script Coverage
Story and Character Development
Representation and Authenticity Review
Fellowship and Lab Application Coaching
Group Workshops and Writing Labs

Free Consultation

For over six years, I've consulted with networks on film and television projects, helping writers, producers, and executives strengthen character development, representation, and narrative authenticity.

selective experience

industry

Consultant for HBO/Max since 2020

Consultant for WarnerBros Discovery

Judge for Hip Hop Film Festival’s screenwriting competition

Actor - Broadway and TV (Matilda, Mr. Robot, Pokémon)

EducAtion

MFA Candidate, Writing for Screen & Television (USC)

MA in Cinema & Media Studies (USC)

MA Social Justice (Prescott College)

teaching

USC: Section Instruction for Intro to Film (Fall 2025), Race, Class, & Gender in American Film (Spring 2025), and Teaching Assistant for History of American Television (Fall 2024).

Other teaching includes Lincoln Center Education, Joffrey Ballet School, and Broadway Classroom.

About

I believe stories shape how we understand ourselves and each other. The most memorable stories don't just entertain—they reveal something true about the human experience.

My work sits at the intersection of story, character, and culture. Whether I'm reviewing a screenplay, coaching a writer, or leading a workshop, I help storytellers uncover the deeper possibilities within their work while remaining true to their creative vision.

I approach development as a collaborative process. My goal is not to tell writers what to write, but to help them clarify what they are trying to say and strengthen the tools they use to say it.

Work With Me

MY COACHING METHOD

DISCOVER

I assess your work for story, character, and thematic effectiveness, identifying opportunities to strengthen clarity, depth, and impact.
DEFINE

I help clarify your core vision, creative goals, and narrative strategy so development is focused and intentional.
DRAFT

I provide actionable feedback and tools to strengthen execution and move your work toward its next stage of development.

individual Services

SCRIPT COVERAGE

Detailed written feedback on feature screenplays, television pilots, and works-in-progress, with a focus on story structure, character development, thematic clarity, and narrative effectiveness.

Ideal for: Writers seeking actionable notes before revising, submitting, or pitching their work.

$195 for pilots - Founding Writer Rate
$295 for features - Founding Writer Rate

STORY & CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT

One-on-one development support for writers at any stage of the creative process. Whether you're refining a concept, building a beat sheet, or strengthening a draft, I'll help you clarify your vision and deepen the foundation of your story.

Ideal for: Writers developing original features, pilots, or long-form narrative projects.

$225 - Founding Writer Rate

REPRESENTATION & AUTHENTICITY REVIEW

Thoughtful analysis of character portrayal, cultural context, and narrative perspective to help writers create nuanced, authentic, and compelling stories. Reviews are tailored to the specific needs of each project and may include considerations of identity, representation, and audience impact.

Ideal for: Writers working outside their lived experience or seeking deeper character complexity.

Starting at $300 - Founding Writer Rate

FELLOWSHIP & APPLICATION COACHING

Strategic guidance for writers applying to screenwriting fellowships, labs, graduate programs, and other professional development opportunities. Support may include application strategy, personal statements, essays, and writing sample preparation.

Ideal for: Emerging writers preparing competitive applications and submission materials.

Starting at $350 - Founding Writer Rate

Founding Writer Rates

While I have spent years supporting storytelling and creative development in professional and studio environments, I am now expanding this work directly to individual writers. A limited number of writers will receive introductory pricing and priority scheduling. Founding clients will continue to receive preferred pricing on future services.
If you’re unsure which service is the best fit, book a free consultation with me.

Free consultation

workshops & Writing Labs

Writing can be a solitary process, but great stories are rarely developed in isolation. My workshops and writing labs are designed to give writers the structure, feedback, and community they need to move their projects forward with confidence.

Whether you're developing a new idea or working through a draft, these spaces are built around active participation, thoughtful discussion, and practical application. Writers leave not only with stronger projects, but with a deeper understanding of story, character, and their own creative process.

workshop

From Idea to Beat Sheet

A five-week workshop designed to help writers transform an idea into a complete story blueprint for a feature film or television pilot.

Through guided lessons, writing exercises, and development discussions, participants will clarify their concept, strengthen their characters, build story structure, and create a finished beat sheet that serves as a roadmap for their script.

Ideal for: Writers with a story idea who want a clear, actionable path toward a first draft.

$249 - Founding Cohort Rate, limited to 10 writers

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MDK Writer’s Lab

An ongoing writer-focused community centered on feedback, creative growth, and accountability.

Participants share work, exchange constructive feedback, discuss craft, and learn from one another as much as from me in a supportive and collaborative environment. The lab provides a dedicated space to stay connected to your writing practice while benefiting from the insights and experiences of fellow writers.

Ideal for: Writers seeking community, consistent feedback, and accountability as they develop their projects.

3-week cycles (rolling enrollment)

Writers can join at the start of any cycle

Each cycle includes: 3 live sessions (60–90 min each), weekly submission + feedback rotation, structured prompts & accountability check-ins.

$150 - Founding Cohort Rate

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